We have all heard stories about the legendary kings and queens of England  and have seen images captured on film and in books about the feats of the noble knights.  We can recall countless tales featuring swashbuckling heroes, and can certainly recognize a castle when we see one.  But are our images about these times authentic?  What was it really like to live in those times romanticized in literature and legend?

Discover the answer to this question by exploring sites that allow you to assume the personality of a citizen of a small village just outside of London in the autumn of 1597.  Did the people of this era live in a way that is similar to us?  Or was everything different?  What clothes did they wear?  What foods did they eat?  How was each day spent? 

The information you gather will assist you in creating a character of your own. Imagine you have been hired as a researcher for the Renaissance Faire. It is your responsibility to create a credible character to be portrayed by one of the many actors at the Faire. Use your research and analysis skills in order to accomplish this task successfully!